Is Kotor Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Kotor is generally safe for solo female travelers. Crime rates are low, and the locals are friendly and helpful. However, like any travel destination, it is important to maintain standard safety measures such as not walking alone late at night, especially in secluded areas, and keeping a keen eye on personal belongings.

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How safe is Kotor?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Kotor is generally quite safe even at night. Although it's always important to remain vigilant, the city tends to be peaceful and secure, especially in the Old Town area which is well-lit and frequently patrolled. However, less populated areas or side streets can be quieter and darker, so it's advisable to stick to main roads and populated areas. Basic safety measures such as avoiding isolated areas and not displaying excessive wealth are recommended.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Kotor is generally considered quite safe and reliable. Buses are the most common form of public transport and they frequently run to and from most towns. The stations and vehicles are usually clean. However, it is always important to maintain awareness of your surroundings and keep personal belongings securely, as in any other travel destination.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

Kotor is generally a safe and welcoming city for solo female travelers. Occasional cat-calling or unwanted attention can occur, especially in more touristic areas, but it's not a common occurrence. The locals are polite and respectful for the most part. Always remember to take common precautions, such as avoiding deserted areas at night and not sharing personal information with strangers.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Kotor generally has a low level of petty crime. Instances of pickpocketing and purse snatching can occur, particularly in high tourist areas and on public transportation, but they are infrequent. As a solo female traveler, it's advisable to remain vigilant, especially in crowded areas, and keep your belongings close to you at all times. However, the overall safety atmosphere in Kotor is good, and it's considered relatively safe for solo travelers.

Is Kotor worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 9 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.7/5

Safety

4.8/5

Food

4.4/5

Budget-friendly

3.6/5
Vilma

Vilma

Finland

Solo travel

One of my favorite places🤍 The whole Bay of Kotor is so breathtaking and definitely worth a visit. I've been there twice, once in January for two weeks and then in July for a couple of days. I always felt safe even walking alone after dark (safer than in Finland which is a lot to say). I was one of the only turists in January which made it more special in my opinion, though swimming in these landspaces in July was a magical experience. It didn't get overgrowded even in July, smaller towns remained quiet. Best time to visit in my opinion would probably be late spring / fall. There is a lot to do, you can wonder around almost any town/village around the bay and they all have really beautiful architecture and amazing views of the sea & mountains. There are also a lot of hikes and boat trips you can take. If you stay longer you can also take the bus to Croatia or Bosnia and Herzegovina. They also have pretty good bus connections around the bay, so you don't need to rent a car if you don't want to. I used the busses and it was easy to get around. Not everyone speaks english but everyone is kind and tries their best to communicate. (Men might randomly try to flirt but they are not pushy). Overall the people are very respectful and welcoming. Prices are affordable. Boats trips were around 5-15€. I mostly ate at local grills where meals cost around 5-7€. In restaurants they are 10-15€. (Food overall is great and similar to other countries in the balkans like Croatia) I honestly can't think of anything negative and would definitely recommend to everyone who has a change to visit!

Posted: September 4, 2025
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Family travel

I sadly dont have any pictures but it was beautiful. Most of the city is inside of a medieval walls and they had a carmeval right when I was there. Really beautiful. Good food. Amazing view. Beautiful in general.

Posted: April 26, 2025Experienced: July, 2023
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Solo travel

Kotor absolutely exceeded my expectations. Compared to other European cities, it is relatively cheap, beautiful, and I felt safe there all the time.

Posted: August 9, 2023
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Solo travel

I spent five days in the old town of Kotor and felt like in a fairy tale. I absolutely loved it and would like to go back there. There was something so relaxing about just walking around the small town, eating in different restaurants and browsing shops, then resting, then going out on a boat or walking along the bay.

Posted: December 18, 2022
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Solo travel

To do: - Take a walk through the Old Town - Climb up to the San Giovanni fortress - Visit Bajova kula beach Safety: I was there when I was 18 and I felt really safe. Recommendations: Kotor is amazing. Make sure you stay there for a few days.

Posted: September 17, 2022
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